Jumping spider mimic planthoppers in the genus Rhotana

although i handle plenty of shy animals for easier photos, Siphanta acuta is definitely not one of them, as they're usually happy enough standing completely still on their branch of choice and bothering them for a better angle will just result in them jumping away. so it's certainly a surprise that this one ended up on my finger somehow and was so polite about it

a Common Assassin Bug, mouthparts extended as she sneaks up on an unsuspecting Grass-dart (who escaped unharmed). definitely some of my favourite photos I've ever taken, and such a fascinating moment to witness!

hello my dears... pale white planthopper nymph today... maintained very still for my photos

i dont have much to say here because its hard to ID planthoppers to species when theyre still in their nymph form and have barely developed their shapes and colours. this one is from the family Issidae.